Medicine Overview of Sternon S Ointment

Uses of Betamethasone Topical

Side effects of Betamethasone Topical

Common

Skin thinning, Contact dermatitis.

How to use Betamethasone Topical

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

How Sternon S Ointment works

Betamethasone topical is a topical corticosteroid (anti-inflammatory medicine). It works by reducing redness, itching, and swelling caused by various skin conditions.

Uses of Salicylic Acid

Side effects of Salicylic Acid

Common

Skin irritation.

How to use Salicylic Acid

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

How Sternon S Ointment works

Salicylic acid belongs to a class of medication called keratolytics. It works on reducing swelling and redness and thus causing pimples to shrink. It also loosens and softens the dry, scaly skin thus causing it to peel off..

In Depth Information on Sternon S Ointment

Expert advice for Betamethasone Topical

Tell your doctor if you have diabetes or any type of skin infection.
Do not use the cream on your face repetitively for more than 5 days.
Do not use betamethasone topical for more than 2 weeks and inform your doctor if symptoms do not disappear after 2 weeks of use.
Do not use a large amount of cream continuously on large areas of the body as it may affect your hormones.
Exercise caution when using in children as excessive usage of cream may affect their growth and development.
Avoid direct contact of cream with your eyes. In case of direct contact, wash your eyes with water immediately and seek immediate medical attention.
Do not cover the treated skin area unless indicated by your doctor.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.

Expert advice for Salicylic Acid

It should not be taken by patients who are allergic to salicylic acid or any of the ingredients of the acne cream, ointment, solution, gel, shampoo or medicated plaster.

Do not apply on eyes, nose, genitals or rectum, and avoid touching these areas after applying medication to affected area and before washing your hands.

Topical salicylic acid should not be used for genital warts, warts on the face, warts with hair growing from them, warts in the nose or mouth, moles, or birthmarks.

Do not cover treated skin with a bandage or heating pad, which can increase the burning sensation. You should not cover the skin with clothing immediately after application.

Do not apply this immediately after shaving or bathing.

Avoid getting this medication on dentures or any other thing that comes in contact with sensitive parts of the body.

Do not use salicylic acid on children or adolescents without the prescription of the doctor.

Tell your doctor about any other medication you are taking, or if you have kidney problems or if you are pregnant or breast feeding or are diabetic or have blood circulation problems.

The cream, ointment, solution, gel, shampoo, medicated plaster should be used for an indication only as instructed by doctor and not for any other indication.

Warnings

Special precautions for Sternon S Ointment

Alcohol

No interaction found

Pregnancy

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Sternon S Ointment may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.

Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

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Lactation

Sternon S Ointment is probably safe to use during lactation.

Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

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Driving

It is not known whether Sternon S Ointment alters the abilit

y to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

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Kidney

Sternon S Ointment is probably safe to use in patients with

kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Sternon S Ointment may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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Liver

Sternon S Ointment is probably safe to use in patients with

liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Sternon S Ointment may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions for Sternon S Ointment

Frequently asked questions for Betamethasone Topical

Q. Is betamethasone cream available as over the counter (OTC) product?

Betamethasone cream is not available as OTC product

Q. Does betamethasone topical lighten skin/ bleach skin?

Betamethasone topical may cause skin pigmentation in few patients. It may lighten or darken the skin color. Do not use betamethasone without doctor's advice

Q. Is betamethasone valerate used for acne/ ringworm?

No. Betamethasone valerate can be used in conditions like eczema (a type of itchy skin rash), atopic dermatitis (inflammation of skin) and psoriasis of the scalp, hands and feet

Q. Does betnesol work in retention edema?

No. Betnesol (i.e. betamethasone) cannot be used in retention edema. On the contrary, it causes the fluid and salt retention thereby adding to the edema problem

Q. Is betamethasone stronger than hydrocortisone?

Betamethasone and hydrocortisone belong to the same class of medications (i.e. corticosteroids) and produce almost similar pharmacological responses. The effect may vary based on the conditions and individual response. Always follow doctor's advice regarding its use.

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Frequently asked questions for Salicylic Acid

Salicylic Acid is part of an acne cream/ointment/solution/gel/shampoo/medicated plaster. It is used for curing acne and its scars. It is also used for dandruff problems. It is not used for lightening the skin or exfoliating it. It is not used to cure genital warts

Q. Does Salicylic Acid work?

Salicylic Acid works best if used for an indication at the dose prescribed by the doctor

Q. Does it expire?

Salicylic acid does expire and should not be used beyond the expiry date

Q. How does Salicylic Acid work?

Salicylic Acid is used as part of an acne cream/ointment/solution/gel/shampoo/medicated plaster. It works on reducing swelling and redness and thus causing pimples to shrink. It also loosens and softens the dry, scaly skin thus causing it to peel off.